🍽️ Meatloaf
Meatloaf is a classic comfort-food dish made from ground meat mixed with seasonings, breadcrumbs, and eggs, then baked in a loaf shape. It’s hearty, budget-friendly, and great for leftovers.
🛒 Classic Meatloaf Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
- 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup milk
- ⅓ cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Glaze
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp mustard
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, garlic, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper — just until combined (don’t overmix).
- Shape into a loaf and place in a baking dish or loaf pan.
- Spread glaze evenly over the top.
- Bake 55–65 minutes, until internal temp reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest 10 minutes before slicing.
🔥 Tips for the Best Meatloaf
- Add ½ lb ground pork for extra juiciness.
- Sauté onions first for sweeter flavor.
- Use crushed crackers instead of breadcrumbs for a classic twist.
- Let it rest before slicing to keep juices in.
🥔 Great With
- Mashed potatoes
- Green beans
- Mac and cheese
- Buttered corn
If you’d like, I can give you:
- A smoked meatloaf version
- A turkey or healthier version
- A cheesy stuffed meatloaf
- Or a slow-cooker method